Killian Gorman is a dedicated professional with a diverse background in athletics, banking, and community service. Born and raised in Hodgenville, Kentucky, Killian's journey has taken him across various states and cultures. He relocated to Manhattan, Kansas in 2011, where he began his collegiate education at Fort Hays State University in 2013. Killian completed both his bachelor’s (2018) and master’s degrees (2020) in Health and Human Performance. During his time at Fort Hays, he was captain of the NCAA Division II soccer team, leading them to four consecutive NCAA tournaments, where they reached the Sweet Sixteen each time and advanced to the national quarterfinals three times. His athletic accomplishments earned him multiple all-conference and all-region honors.

After graduating, Killian spent nearly four years coaching NCAA soccer before transitioning into a diverse career path that has included roles in collegiate athletics, Geographic Information Systems, commercial driving, and banking. Currently, he is part of Ashton Thomas Private Wealth, where he thrives on building personal relationships with clients and helping them achieve their goals.

Killian's family background is as varied as his career; his mother hails from Germany, his stepmother from Korea, and his father is from Iowa. He has three siblings and shares a passion for cultural diversity.

Outside of his professional life, Killian enjoys an active lifestyle, participating in weightlifting, basketball, hiking, kayaking, and fishing. He has completed two marathons and is eager to take on ultra-marathons in the future. An avid traveler, he has visited 12 countries across three continents and has explored 35 of the 50 states, with a particular interest in visiting national parks.

Killian is fluent in Spanish and German and has a passion for animal welfare. Alongside his mother, he has rescued numerous animals, including cats, dogs, and even raccoons and opossums, nursing them back to health and finding them loving homes.

Driven by a desire to connect with individuals from all walks of life, Killian's “why” lies in the relationships he cultivates and the support he provides to his clients. He looks forward to making a meaningful impact through his work at Ashton Thomas Private Wealth.